
Appearance
4.4/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Shipping
4.4/5
Reviewed 29/04/2026, United Kingdom.
Very pleased with my refurbished ThinkPad. It arrived super quickly (next day) and in good working order. Condition is great, does not look/feel like brand new but better than 'fair'. It's a 'proper' laptop and doesn't feel super fancy or modern but does the job for what I need at a great price.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Fair
Purchased
12/04/2026
Reviewed 06/12/2025, United Kingdom.
Only used for a couple of days, System exceeded expectation, as sweet as New, They wrote Touch Screen “No” on arrival Touchscreen was a “Yes”, Face ID, extremely Flat device, Fingerprint sensor, Type C. Will definitely be relevant in 2030. It only arrived 2 days from the specified day of delivery which wasn’t a big issue, good packaging. Seller did a great job!
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5-8265U - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5-8265U - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
02/12/2025
Reviewed 23/11/2025, United Kingdom.
I purchased the ThinkPad T490s. It is in excellent condition like stated. Everything works well, touchscreen etc. Well worth it.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5-8265U - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5-8265U - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
08/11/2025
Reviewed 07/12/2025, United Kingdom.
Brilliant bought for my daughter (15) and she hasn’t stopped using it ….. in fact she’s telling me she’s got homework rather than the other way round and showing me all the stuff she can do on it
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2018) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2018) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Good
Purchased
28/11/2025
Reviewed 04/06/2024, United Kingdom.
Back Market is the best, I am grateful and enjoying my new laptop. I recommend you who is read this to try back market.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5-8265U - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5-8265U - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
01/06/2024
Reviewed 13/10/2025, United Kingdom.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
25/09/2025
Reviewed 28/11/2025, United Kingdom.
It doesn't work! I have tried to contact support but they are not answering
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2018) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2018) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
26/11/2025
IPSScreen type
YesUSB-C port
8 GBMemory (GB)
NoBacklit Keyboard
IntegratedGraphic Card Brand
YesEthernet
1.6 GHzProcessor speed (GHz)
SSDStorage type 1
AZERTY - FrenchKeyboard Language & Type
The Lenovo ThinkPad T490s is a 14-inch Windows laptop released in 2019. It features an Intel Core i5 processor running at 1.6 GHz, offering a balance of performance and efficiency suitable for everyday professional and personal tasks.
Key features:
Release Year: 2019
Display: 14-inch screen
Processor: Intel Core i5 at 1.6 GHz
Build: Lightweight and slim design typical of the T490s series
Connectivity: Standard ports including USB-C and HDMI (common to T490s models)
Who is this for?
The Lenovo ThinkPad T490s is well suited for professionals and students who need a reliable and portable laptop for daily productivity tasks such as document editing, web browsing, and video conferencing. Its slim profile makes it a good choice for those who travel frequently or work remotely.
Pros & Cons:
Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Lightweight and slim design | Processor speed suitable for everyday tasks but not intensive workloads |
Reliable build quality typical of ThinkPad series | No mention of dedicated graphics, relying on integrated graphics |
Why refurbished?
Choosing a refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T490s is an eco-conscious decision that extends the life of a high-quality device. Each laptop is carefully tested and certified to meet Back Market's standards. Learn more about our quality standards.
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